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1,200 km more railway tracks coming: Govt clears 8 projects worth Rs 20,000 crore to connect 6,900 villages across West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka & more

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved eight railway projects costing over twenty thousand crore rupees. These projects will increase line capacity and enhance operational efficiency for Indian Railways. Multi-tracking proposals aim to streamline operations and alleviate existing network congestion. The approved projects will boost connectivity to tourist destinations and…

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India's bullet train to begin testing by May-June next year, commercial operations by end 2027: Ashwini Vaishnaw

India's bullet train testing is scheduled for May or June next year. The train will be inaugurated by the Prime Minister after testing. This project aligns with the Atmanirbhar Bharat vision for self-reliance. Work on the Surat-Vapi section will finish by December this year. Indian Railways is modernizing systems and…

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India's first Bullet Train project gains pace; first test coach ready: Ashwini Vaishnaw

India's first Bullet Train project is progressing rapidly with key milestones expected soon. The Surat to Bilimora section is targeted for commissioning next year. Civil construction on the Vapi-Surat section will be completed by December. The first test coach for the Bullet Train has already been manufactured. High-speed rail services…

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To Chennai from Cupertino: How Tim ‘cooked’ Apple's India recipe

Tim Cook leaves Apple after 15 years with India as a critical part of his supply-chain legacy. What began with assembling older iPhones in 2017 has grown into a major global manufacturing hub, with India now making about one in four iPhones and potentially expanding into MacBooks and iPads.

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India gets ready to build its own Samsung, Vivo or Xiaomi

India has emerged as a major global smartphone manufacturing hub, but it is yet to build a home-grown brand of comparable scale. A new Rs 62,500 crore government scheme aims to bridge that gap by incentivising Indian-owned brands, design, R&D and domestic sourcing, with companies such as Lava positioned to…

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National Space Day: From Chandrayaan-3 to Aditya-L1, how Indian chips are powering its space missions

Made-in-India semiconductor chips are now powering key Indian space missions. These domestically manufactured components support lunar and solar exploration efforts. Specialized chips from Mohali's Semiconductor Laboratory are used in Chandrayaan-3 and Aditya-L1. Indigenous processors are also integrated into satellite launch vehicles for onboard computing. This growing capability strengthens India's technological…

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India-designed mobile phones likely in 10-14 months under MPMS; no place for copycats: Ashwini Vaishnaw

New indigenously designed mobile phones with Indian IP rights will launch in 10-14 months. The government will strictly screen brands, preventing "copycats" from benefiting. Companies must prove ownership of design intellectual property rights for scheme eligibility. The Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme aims to boost domestic brands and production. This initiative…

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Cabinet clears Rs 13,041 crore rail & road projects; Howrah-Chennai line to be quadrupled

The Union Cabinet approved five infrastructure projects totaling Rs 13,041 crore. Four railway projects will enhance capacity on key eastern and southern routes. These upgrades aim to boost freight movement and passenger train operations significantly. A new highway project in Bihar will improve connectivity to the Nepal border. These developments…

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Govt approves 31 proposals worth Rs 7,877 crore under electronics component scheme

The approvals are aimed at boosting domestic manufacturing of electronic components and strengthening India’s electronics supply chain, according to the secretary.

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Govt-Meta meeting later this week to assess progress after multiple rounds of talks

A technical round of discussions followed on Friday, during which the social media company detailed how it plans to address the Centre's concerns over deepfakes, child sexual abuse material and unlabelled synthetically-generated content on its platforms. The government had asked Meta to take specific measures and report back on the…

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Govt-Meta meeting enters technical round on day 3; company lists ways to curb deepfakes, CSAM

After two days of meetings that saw IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw questioning Meta's team - led by global affairs head Joel Kaplan - on the content recommendation algorithms and the social media giant's compliance with local laws, day three of discussions was technical.

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Ashwini Vaishnaw's Rajya Sabha reply sheds light on road-ahead for India's new hydrogen train

India's hydrogen train has run nearly 2,500 km in commercial operations since its launch. This pilot project aims to assess hydrogen propulsion's viability for wider railway network adoption. The train operates on the Jind-Sonipat route and produces no carbon dioxide emissions. Future expansion depends on resource availability and operational feasibility…

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No offers received for Vijayawada Railway Station redevelopment under PPP model: Ashwini Vaishnaw

The initial bid for Vijayawada Railway Station's redevelopment received no response. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw informed the Rajya Sabha about this development. Fifteen stations are identified for development under the Public-Private Partnership model. The proposal for Vijayawada Station's redevelopment has received approval from PPPAC. Remaining stations are currently in master…

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India has 12 semiconductor units with $20 billion investment, Semicon 2.0 to drive next phase: Vaishnaw

India's semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem is entering its next phase with 12 semiconductor units involving around $20 billion in investment, three of which have already started manufacturing chips, Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology Ashwini Vaishnaw said.

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India's mobile phone exports jump 165-fold in a decade to Rs 2.59 lakh crore: Govt

India's mobile phone exports have surged significantly over the past decade. Mobile phone production has also expanded dramatically, reflecting strong manufacturing growth. Overall electronics production and exports have seen substantial increases as well. The government is implementing policies to strengthen the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. These initiatives aim to build a…

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India's space rockets to get homegrown chips soon: Ashwini Vaishnaw

India will soon equip its space launch vehicles with domestically produced semiconductors, according to Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. On Monday, meeting the heads of private space technology company Skyroot Aerospace, after its Vikram-1 Test Flight-1 successfully reached orbit, marking the maiden flight of India's first privately developed orbital-class rocket, Vaishnaw…

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Cabinet approves Rs 3,030 crore Bhavya Rasayan Scheme for three chemical parks

With a financial commitment of Rs 3,030 crore, the Union Cabinet has approved the Bhavya Rasayan Scheme. This forward-thinking initiative will establish three state-of-the-art chemical parks across India, providing essential plug-and-play infrastructure tailored for chemical manufacturers. Aiming to enhance domestic production and minimize import reliance, the scheme is poised to…

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Ships, Steel, Submarines and now, Servers: How Visakhapatnam is becoming India's new AI gold rush

Visakhapatnam is building over 6GW of AI data centre capacity by 2030. Major companies like Google and Reliance are investing significantly in this coastal city. Subsea cables will connect the region directly to global data traffic networks. The state government is implementing policies for renewable energy and water management. This…

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India launches first hydrogen train connecting Jind to Sonipat, a 'Make in India' success

India launched its first hydrogen-powered train connecting Jind to Sonipat. This initiative marks a step towards clean and sustainable mobility in railways,. The train utilises hydrogen fuel cell technology, producing only water vapor as a byproduct. Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the launch as a success of the 'Make in…

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Ashwini Vaishnaw credits PM Modi's leadership for historic hydrogen train launch; calls it "huge technological achievement"

Ashwini Vaishnaw said, "Today is a historic day when we have achieved a huge technological achievement because of the country's leadership to develop hydrogen technology in the country. India is now among the nations which has entire technology to produce hydrogen-powered trains."

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Cabinet approves India Semiconductor Mission 2.0; earmarks Rs 1.27 lakh crore for the project

The Union Cabinet approved India Semiconductor Mission 2.0 with significant funding. A Rs 62,500 crore Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme was also cleared. These initiatives aim to boost domestic electronics manufacturing capabilities. The approvals are part of seven key decisions worth over ₹2.19 lakh crore. These measures will strengthen India's global…

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IRCTC new website launch today: Check likely new train ticket booking features and upgrades here

IRCTC New Website Launch Date & Time: The IRCTC ticket booking website has been redesigned for improved performance. Passengers will experience faster page loads and higher booking capacity starting today. New features include seat preferences and a fare calendar for user convenience. The upgraded platform supports multiple Indian languages and…

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Railways rolls out reform push to speed up projects, boost freight

Indian Railways unveiled reforms to enhance project execution and freight operations. Stricter contractor rules and insurance measures aim to improve construction quality. Industries can now develop new freight wagon designs for operational needs. Containerized transport of fly ash and other goods will reduce pollution. Simplified rules and a new land…

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Siemens wins Rs 263 crore RVNL order for Uttarakhand rail electrification

Siemens Ltd has secured a significant Rs 263 crore order from Rail Vikas Nigam Ltd. This order is for supplying overhead rail electrification technologies for a key project. The Rishikesh-Karnaprayag rail line project will enhance connectivity in the Himalayan region. This initiative is part of the strategically important Char Dham…

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First phase of Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train to begin next year: Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw

"The first bullet train project is right now under construction between Mumbai and Ahmedabad and the progress is immense. Next year we will start the first section of the bullet train in the Mumbai-Ahmedabad section between Surat and Bilimora," he said.

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